Mathematical Problem Solving Concepts

This video tutorial covers problem-solving techniques using mathematical equations. It includes examples such as solving equations, finding consecutive numbers, budgeting for prints, and calculating dimensions of a basketball court. Each example demonstrates how to set up and solve equations, emphasizing understanding the problem, assigning variables, and verifying solutions.

What is the first step in solving a mathematical problem according to the video?

• Read the question multiple times

• Solve the equation

• Assign variables to unknowns

• Set up an equation

In the first example, what equation represents '6 fewer than 4 times a number is 78'?

• 4x + 6 = 78

• 4x - 6 = 78

• 6x - 4 = 78

• x - 6 = 4x + 78

What is the value of x in the equation 4x - 6 = 78?

• 22

• 21

• 20

• 19

If the sum of two consecutive numbers is 443, what is the first number?

• 223

• 222

• 221

• 220

What is the second consecutive number if the first is 221?

• 222

• 220

• 224

• 223

How much does each digital photo print cost?

• 15 cents

• 12 cents

• 10 cents

• 20 cents

What is the maximum number of prints you can order with a $25 budget?

• 150

• 165

• 160

• 155

What is the perimeter of the basketball court mentioned in the video?

• 270 feet

• 260 feet

• 268 feet

• 250 feet

If the width of the basketball court is 50 feet, what is its length?

• 80 feet

• 86 feet

• 82 feet

• 84 feet

What is the relationship between the length and width of the basketball court?

• Length is 30 feet longer than width

• Length is 32 feet longer than width

• Length is 36 feet longer than width

• Length is 34 feet longer than width